Sfakian Pie, or "Sfakianes Pites," is a delightful and traditional Greek dish originating from the region of Sfakia in Crete. This thin, cheese-filled pie is known for its simplicity and delectable flavor, often served with a drizzle of honey. Follow this recipe to bring a taste of Crete right into your kitchen.
Ingredients
🫓 2 cups all-purpose flour e.g., King Arthur Flour
🌊 1/2 teaspoon salt
💧 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil e.g., Gaea Olive Oil
🚰 3/4 cup lukewarm water
🧀 200g Cretan mizithra cheese or fresh goat cheese e.g., Mt Vikos Mizithra
🍯 Honey for drizzling e.g., Attiki Greek Honey
Instructions
1- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Slowly add the extra virgin olive oil and lukewarm water, mixing continuously until a smooth dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until it becomes soft and elastic.
- Divide the dough into small balls, each about 50-60g. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.
2- Prepare the Cheese Filling:
- In a separate bowl, crumble the mizithra or goat cheese, ensuring it is smooth and free of lumps.
3- Assemble the Pies:
- Take one dough ball and roll it out into a thin circle approximately 20 cm in diameter using a rolling pin.
- Place a generous tablespoon of cheese filling in the center of the dough circle.
- Fold the dough edges over the cheese and gently flatten the pie with your hands or a rolling pin.
4- Cook the Sfakian Pies:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or traditional Cretan griddle e.g., Lodge Cast Iron over medium heat.
- Place the assembled pie on the hot skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
5- Serve:
- Drizzle each warm pie with honey before serving.
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 pies
Calories: 250
Proteins: 6g
Fats: 12g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Equipment: Large mixing bowl e.g., Pyrex, Rolling pin, Non-stick skillet or Cretan griddle e.g., Lodge Cast Iron, Damp cloth
Cooking Tips
- Be sure not to overfill the pies, as this can cause them to burst during cooking.
- A light coating of flour on the work surface can help prevent sticking when rolling out the dough.
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